Gloucester Harbor at Sunset

Fitz Henry Lane

Created:

Movement:

1850

Tonalism

key Notes:

Maritime tranquility, luminous sunset.

Dimensions:

30 x 50 1/4 in. (76.2 x 127.6 cm)

medium:

Oil on canvas

Difficulty:

Intermediate

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story of the work:

"Gloucester Harbor at Sunset," painted by Fitz Henry Lane in 1868, exemplifies the artist's mastery of luminism, a style characterized by the depiction of light and atmosphere. The work captures the serene beauty of Gloucester, Massachusetts, reflecting the region's maritime culture and Lane's deep connection to the coastal landscape, which significantly influenced American art in the 19th century.

Description of the work:

"Gloucester Harbor at Sunset," painted by Fitz Henry Lane in 1868, depicts a serene coastal scene characterized by a warm, golden palette that captures the atmospheric effects of twilight. The composition features a tranquil harbor filled with boats, framed by rocky outcrops and distant hills, while the sky transitions from vibrant oranges and yellows to deep blues, reflecting the artist's mastery of light and shadow.

Artwork Photograph Source:

Harvard Art Museum

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